LI-01, Shang Yang, 商 阳, Shang Yang
Disclaimer For educational purposes only. Do not use as medical advice
| Categories |
| Jing-well point • Horary point |
| Location |
| Open palm in prone position • On the dorsal aspect of the index finger • At the junction of lines drawn along the radial border of the nail and the base of the nail • Approximately 0.1 cun from the corner of the nail. |
| Needling |
| Type: Perpendicular, Oblique Depth: 0.1 to 0.2 cun, Prick to bleed |
| Description: Perpendicular or oblique insertion proximally • 0.1 to 0.2 cun • Prick to bleed |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| INDICATIONS: LI Channel issues - THROAT, ear, toothache, deafness, tinititus, shoulder, arm, finger problems |
| Energetics 2 |
| HORARY POINT: One of the five element points that is its own element. (ie LU-8 is the horary point of the lungs because it's the metal point in the 5 Shu points). The point can be tonified or sedated to receive or send energy to the organ on the opposite side of the clock |
| Energetics 3 |
| JING-WELL POINT - used for clearing heat, restoring consciousness and rescuing collapse • Emergency, unconsciousness. EXCESS: Fixed fist, body stiffness, Mouth, closed eyes, urine retention, constipation, no sweating, slippery and wiry pulse, white or yellow greasy coating • DEFICIENCY: Loose fist, soft or flaccid extremities, mouth, eyes open, incontinence and unable to retain stool, profuse sweating, deep thin and weak pulse, flaccid tongue • Treat uppermost reach of LI: Throat, toothache, deafness, tinnitus (like LU-11). • Treat fullness below the heart |
| Energetics 4 |
| Energetics 5 |
| Energetics 6 |
Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.
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